Specialties

Dr. Ruggieri is a cardiologist in Port Charlotte, qualified to deliver detailed care for the heart and cardiovascular system. Dr. Ruggieri may see individuals for symptoms like shortness of breath, dizziness or chest pains, among others. Heart problems identified and cared for by a cardiologist can include heart failure, heart aneurysms, coronary artery disease, rheumatic heart disease, arrhythmia, angina and congenital heart defects, to name a few.

The specialty of internal medicine is an area of primary care for adults. Dr. Ruggieri specializes in diagnosing and treating cross-system illnesses that may affect multiple organ systems. He may also refer patients to specialist physicians when medically needed. For instance, patients with serious heart problems could be referred to a cardiologist for further diagnostic tests or therapies.